Keto Frikadellen
Pan-Fried German Meatballs (No Breadcrumbs, No Potato Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: inquire about the use of breadcrumbs (Semmelbrösel). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Large, pan-fried meatballs made from a mixture of ground beef and pork, seasoned and traditionally bound with soaked bread. For a keto version, they are prepared without or with minimal breadcrumbs. Served plain, omitting all starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, ground pork, egg, onion, parsley, salt, pepper. Traditionally uses soaked bread rolls, but for keto, minimal or no breadcrumbs. Cooked in butter or oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, inquire about the use of breadcrumbs (Semmelbrösel). Request the kitchen prepare them with minimal or no breadcrumbs if possible. Absolutely no potato salads, mashed potatoes, or bread rolls on the side.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Sind diese Frikadellen mit wenig oder ohne Semmelbrösel zubereitet? Absolut keine Kartoffelsalat, Kartoffelbrei oder Brötchen dazu.
Are these Frikadellen with minimal or no breadcrumbs? No potato salad, mashed potatoes, or bread rolls on the side.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs (primary risk), hidden sugars in seasoning mixes, sweet sauces/relish if offered.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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